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Where to watch the Six Nations in Dorset

Six Nations season is here and that means it's time to get down to the pub, grab a beer and prepare for 5 weekends of unrivalled rugby action. Fortunately, Dorset's pubs, bars, and restaurants are fully-stocked for a winter of rugby, and we've done all the hard-tackling for you to find the best places to watch the Six Nations in Dorset.

Or, fancy seeing the big game in person? Get some help from Expectations Travel in planning your travel and accomodation! 

Highcliffe

The Oaks Six Nations

The Oaks Highcliffe

Address: 189 Lymington Road, Highcliffe, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 5EA

Information: This beautifully decorated and cosy venue not only serves up fresh and seasonal food, but they also offer sports viewing parties! Order your drink of choice and settle in to the rugby this Six Nations season! The Oaks will also be offering up themed burgers to get you into the spirit for each match!

  • France - Raclette cheese & smoked streaky bacon
  • England - Mature cheddar & smoked streaky bacon
  • Ireland - Guinness Welsh rarebit, matured cheddar, smoked streaky bacon
  • Scotland - Stornoway black pudding , smoked cheddar
  • Wales - Cheddar Welsh rarebit, mature cheddar & smoked streaky bacon
  • Italy - Gorgonzola, sliced pancetta

AND, enjoy one of these burgers, alongside a Camden Hells beer for £20

Opening/Closing Times:

  • Monday - Satuday - 12pm until 11pm
  • Sunday - 12pm - 10pm

Atmosphere Rating: 5/5

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the britannia

The Britannia

Address: 189 Lymington Road, Highcliffe, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 5EA

Information: This charming and well-decorated venue offers more than just fresh, seasonal dishes—it’s also the perfect spot for sports viewing parties! Grab your favorite drink and enjoy the Six Nations rugby action. Plus, The Britannia will be serving themed burgers to keep you in the match-day spirit!

  • France - Raclette cheese & smoked streaky bacon
  • England - Mature cheddar & smoked streaky bacon
  • Ireland - Guinness Welsh rarebit, matured cheddar, smoked streaky bacon
  • Scotland - Stornoway black pudding , smoked cheddar
  • Wales - Cheddar Welsh rarebit, mature cheddar & smoked streaky bacon
  • Italy - Gorgonzola, sliced pancetta

AND, enjoy one of these burgers, alongside a Camden Hells beer for £20

Opening/Closing Times:

  • Monday - Satuday - 12pm until 11pm
  • Sunday - 12pm - 10pm

Atmosphere Rating: 5/5

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Goods Yard

The Goods Yard

Address: The Goods Yard, 14 Station Approach, Broadstone, Poole, Broadstone BH18 8AX

Information: Join The Goods Yard in Broadstone for the 2025 Six Nations!  The Six Nations returns to their screens, catch every game of the competition up close, starts 31st January!

Opening/Closing Times: Open until 11pm Tues-Sat, Open until 8pm Sun.

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Bournemouth

Elevate Brasserie

Elevate Brasserie

Address: Elevate Brasserie Bar, Bournemouth International Centre, Exeter Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5BH, UK

Information: Join Elevate Brasserie to watch the Six Nations Rugby 2025. From 31st January to15th March they will be showing all matches on screens.

Opening/Closing Times: Wednesday – Sunday from 12pm - 8pm

Atmosphere Rating: 5/5

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Solent Hall at the Bournemouth International Centre

Solent Hall at the Bournemouth International Centre

Address: International Centre, Exeter Rd, Bournemouth, BH2 5BH

Information: Join the Bournemouth International Centre for the SIX NATIONS action live on a big screen! They've got street food, a big screen and bars serving Guinness for the ultimate rugby watching experience! All pints £5.50. 

Opening/Closing Times: Running on the 31st January and 1st February 2025.

 

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Poole

The Queen Mary Inn

Address: 68 West St, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1LD

Information: Recognised as one of Poole’s friendliest pubs, The Queen Mary Inn will be showing every kick of this year’s Six Nations tournament, making it a great choice if you’re looking for somewhere to catch the action in Poole. As one of Poole’s smaller pubs the Queen Mary is soon to fill up quickly with rugby punters so get their early to secure your seat and enjoy home-cooked food, great beer, and even better live rugby.

Opening/Closing Times: Monday - Thursday: 12pm to 12am, Friday - Saturday: 12pm to 11pm, Sunday: 12pm to 9pm

Atmosphere Rating: 3/5

The Avocet Poole

Address: 58 Station Rd, Parkstone, Poole BH14 8UD

Information: Formerly The Cow, The Avocet was refurbished last year and is ready for a rugby-filled winter as they show every match from the 2023 Guiness Six Nations at it’s Parkstone premises in Poole. 

This modern pub is packed with everything that you need to enjoy watching the match with mates including plenty of seating, HD television screens, easy-going pub grub, and a variety of delicious drinks to keep you refreshed across 80 minutes of adrenaline-packed rugby.

Opening/Closing Times: Monday - Thursday + Sunday: 12pm - 11pm, Friday - Saturday: 12pm - 12am

Atmosphere Rating: 5/5

The Sweet Home Inn

Address: Sweet Home Inn, 25 Ringwood Rd, Poole BH14 0RF

Information: Just a short trip north of Poole town centre, The Sweet Home Inn falls under the Hall & Woodhouse brand and is a popular place to catch all the biggest sporting matches, including the Six Nations. Throughout February, this popular boozer will be showing every match of the Six Nations, and with a host of television screens makes it a worthy contender if you’re looking to sit down and grab a beer with friends as England target Six Nations glory.

Opening/Closing Times: Monday - Sunday: 12pm - 9pm

Atmosphere Rating: 4/5

The Bricklayers

Address: 41 Parr St, Poole BH14 0JX

Information: Settle in and enjoy the Six Nations from one of the oldest pubs in Poole. The Bricklayers is a family run pub based in Parkstone that was established in 1833. They serve great food, drinks and will be showing the Six Nations every Saturday. So settle in grab a burger and beer for just £12 and enjoy! 

Opening/Closing Times: Monday-Thursday: 11:30am to 11pm, Friday: 11:30am to 12:30am, Saturday: 9am to 12:30am, Sunday: 9amm to 11pm

Atmosphere Rating: 4/5

The Canford

Address: 53 Cliff Dr, Canford Cliffs, Poole BH13 7JF

Information: The Canford is a beautiful pub, perfectly positioned moments from the village of Canford Cliffs. With cosy seats, big TVs and plenty of drinks to last the duration of the tournament The Canford is the perfect spot to watch all the Six Nations action. 

Opening/Closing Times: Monday - Thursday: 8am to 11pm, Friday - Saturday: 8am to 11pm Sunday: 8am to 10.30pm

Atmosphere Rating: 4/5

The Oaks Highcliffe

The Oaks Highcliffe

189 Lymington Road , Highcliffe , Christchurch , Dorset, BH23 5EA

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